Smash-and-grab suspects arrested
DRONE footage captured on social media last month, which depicted a smash-and-grab in action along Malibongwe Drive and Potsdam Road near Dunoon, is reported to have led to the arrests of the suspects.
The video, captured by a drone, showed a suspect wearing a bright orange shirt breaking at least three car windows within five minutes on Malibongwe Drive and the N7.
These arrests follow the release of footage on social media on July 17, which belonged to an individual, AJ, who is part of a broader security cluster constantly monitoring the area.
In an interview on Monday, AJ said that he has submitted the drone footage to and is prepared to testify in court, confident that it is clear enough to identify and prosecute the suspects.
He also notes that SAPS has the technology to enhance the footage if needed. He said the arrests made are linked to the footage that he recorded.
“I’m very excited about the breakthrough that SAPS has put so much effort into and so quickly. Within two weeks, these suspects have been detained and based on the footage, which I have given to them, and told them that I was prepared to testify in court, so let’s see how this pans out.”
AJ explained the video is clear, and if further enhancement is needed, “they have their experts at SAPS’ forensic division.”
“Since this incident (in July) it has been very very quiet, and I am very happy about that. I travel it daily… and haven’t seen any movement.”
SAPS were contacted for comment, but did not respond by the time of publication.